Vacation Planning Checklist & Countdown
A simple vacation checklist so you can pack and leave without stress.
Use this timeline to organize flights, lodging, packing, and itinerary details. Share the countdown with travel companions.
Get the free iPhone appCreate a countdown in Outside, then add your widget.
Planning timeline
30 days before
- Book flights and lodging
- Request time off
- Confirm passports or documents
- Start a packing list
14 days before
- Book activities or reservations
- Plan transportation
- Check travel requirements
- Buy travel essentials
7 days before
- Confirm reservations
- Set a budget for the trip
- Coordinate with travel companions
- Set reminders to pack
1 day before
- Pack essentials
- Charge devices
- Set travel alarms
- Share the itinerary
Home Screen Widgets
Beautiful countdown widgets that sit right on your home screen.
Lock Screen Widgets
See your countdown without even unlocking your phone.
Live Activities
Real-time countdown updates on your Dynamic Island.
See the app in action
Use the same Outside app experience you saw on the homepage to keep the date in view with a countdown and share it with your group.
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Plan with less stress
Use Outside for the departure countdown. Keep your itinerary and packing list in your own notes or shared document. Custom countdown reminders require Outside Pro.
Share the countdown
Invite friends or family to the countdown using free accounts so everyone sees the departure date. Share travel details separately in messages or a shared document.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start planning a vacation?
For most trips, start 4-8 weeks out. Longer trips may need more lead time.
Can I add packing reminders?
Keep packing tasks and document checks in your own notes or task app. Outside Pro provides custom countdown reminders; Outside does not maintain a packing checklist.
Can I share the trip countdown?
Yes. Invite travel companions to the same countdown using free accounts. Share the itinerary separately in messages or a shared document. Custom countdown reminders require Outside Pro.